NEOLINE and CMA CGM announced that the Neoliner Origin vessel arrived at Zeebrugge Port in Belgium on September 21, 2026. This arrival was not only the vessel's first visit to Belgium but also added Zeebrugge to NEOLINE's regular transatlantic services.
About Zeebrugge Port and New Services
Zeebrugge Port, part of the Antwerp-Bruges Port, is recognized as an important European hub for roll-on/roll-off cargo, vehicles, and unusual cargo. The addition of this port to the NEOLINE service network responds to the requests of customers and business partners seeking direct access to NEOLINE services from the logistical heart of Europe. These services connect to Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and northern France.
Details of Transatlantic Services
The expanded rotation now connects Zeebrugge, Monhegan Island, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Baltimore, and Halifax. This route is expected to take five weeks in summer and six weeks in winter, with approximately ten rotations per year. This expansion adds only a few days to the rotation time while maintaining the transit time commitments to current customers from Monhegan Island.
CMA CGM's Role in Sustainable Transportation
CMA CGM, as the main partner of NEOLINE, has supported the development of this innovative wind-powered maritime transport solution. The CMA CGM Group now offers these services to its customers and other carriers looking to reduce carbon emissions in their transatlantic supply chain. This collaboration demonstrates CMA CGM's commitment to reducing carbon in maritime transport and providing lower-carbon transport solutions to customers.
Specifications of the Neoliner Origin Vessel
The Neoliner Origin is a roll-on/roll-off cargo vessel measuring 136 meters in length, designed to use wind as its primary source of propulsion. This vessel is equipped with a low-emission diesel-electric auxiliary system, and its two SolidSail masts have a sail area of 3,000 square meters, enabling access to most ports. On the North Atlantic route, this vessel is designed to reduce fuel consumption by over 80% compared to traditional vessels at a speed of 15 knots.
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